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Henry Wilson autographed handwritten letter (ALS) dated January 24, 1870, from the Senate Chamber and addressed to Civil War General Edward W. Hinks. Wilson writes to introduce his friend Mr. Potter and asks Hinks to extend whatever assistance and favors he can, closing by referring to himself as Hinks' "old friend." Signed at the conclusion, "H. Wilson."

A brief but personal letter of introduction written while Wilson was serving in the United States Senate, approximately three years before assuming the vice presidency.

Fine condition with light age toning and minor handling wear.

Henry Wilson (1812–1875) was an American statesman who represented Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate from 1855 to 1873 and served as chairman of the Senate Committee on Military Affairs during the Civil War. A prominent opponent of slavery, he later served as the 18th Vice President of the United States under President Ulysses S. Grant from 1873 until his death in 1875.

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